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Live Caitanya Caritamrta · CC Madhya 7.11

A Gentle Request to Travel Alone

“I shall go to search out Viśvarūpa. Please forgive Me, but I want to go alone; I do not wish to take anyone with Me.

Śrīla Prabhupāda · Śrī Caitanya Caritamrta Madhya 7.11, translation

What the purport teaches

  • He says He will go to search for Viśvarūpa.
  • He asks forgiveness as He explains His wish to go alone.
  • He clearly states that He does not wish to take anyone with Him.

Try this today

When expressing a preference today, use gentle words that acknowledge others’ feelings.

Ask yourself

How can I express a wish clearly while remaining considerate?

Carry the question through the day, then answer it in your own words before sleep.

The study points are short summaries drawn from Śrīla Prabhupāda's translation and purport; the practice and question are plain words for trying the verse today.

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